Robin McAlester

About Robin McAlester

A highly accomplished and goal-oriented professional with extensive experience driving environmental initiatives and leading a vision for sustainability across the company, including a focus on an enterprise-wide transportation electrification (TE) strategy. I am instrumental in overseeing the development, articulation, and execution of overall program and change management strategies for electric mobility. I have expertise in utilities and utility program launches and helping customers understand how the electrification of vehicles affect business expenses, utility costs, and environmental goals. Dedicated team player with a collaborative leadership style and a passion for providing subject matter expertise to organizations that value environmental sustainability. I’m a dedicated team player with a collaborative leadership style, fostering long-term partnerships with a variety of teams, clients, senior leaders, and stakeholders. I thrive in high-pressure and deadline-driven environments, consistently steering operational excellence. Valuable Attributes and Skills- Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with proven record of shaping, designing, and implementing enterprise-wide strategies and formulating and deploying innovative programs- Strong leadership skills and expertise in delivering operational direction, implementing regional/corporate initiatives, executing projects/programs, and managing marketing campaigns- Creative and strategic thinking abilities to develop strategic partnerships and solutions- Credible history of growing awareness related to environmental issues resulting in championing a significant culture change in the region- Executive level communication and influencing skills to build and sustain strong and mutually beneficial professional relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Expertise Areas: Environmental Sustainability, Electric Transportation SME, Program Development and Implementation, Customer Centric Focus, Marketing and Public Relations, Public Speaking and Presentation, Business Development, Grant Writing and Management, Risk Identification and Mitigation, Training and Mentorship, Regulatory Compliance, Fundraising Operations, Creative and Innovation Solutions, and Team Leadership and Direction. I can be reached at r•••••••@hotmail.com

Experience

1. Transportation Electrification Sustainability

   Liberty

   Apr 2013 — Present · Joplin, MO, US

   Shape, design, and implement an enterprise-wide transportation electrification strategy. Provided vision, leadership, and expertise in driving the largest TE filing of the company, formulating five innovative EV programs, and deploying those programs from development to completion. Oversee the creation and deployment of marketing campaigns for various special projects. Key Achievements:• Delivered operational direction to eight Team Leads in implementing regional/corporate sustainability plans and executing delegated projects and programs including administering the launch and program management of EV initiatives across the U.S.• Developed proposals and standardized TE strategy while addressing unique customer needs across the U.S. in cooperation with state Regulatory, Government, and Legal Affairs teams.• Improved the customer relations and effectiveness of communications by acting as primary contact for key accounts, including 18 cities/counties, seven schools, and numerous large businesses/industries.• Orchestrated all aspects of an award-winning EV campaign.• Responsibility for all aspects of region-wide net metering (solar) installations, including Public Service Commission reporting in four states.• Empowered and influenced staff members by frequently offering training and mentoring sessions as an SME for EVs corporate-wide.• Built and sustained strong and mutually beneficial professional relationships with Local and State Government Officials.

Education

• Missouri Southern State University

  Bachelor of Arts, Speech Communications - Summa cum Laude

• Missouri State University

  Master of Business Administration - Beta Gamma Sigma

• Crowder College

  Associate of Arts, Public Relations